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  • Chris Santasiere avatar

    Love Series

    Contributed by Chris Santasiere on Jun 5, 2002
    based on 64 ratings
     | 14,188 views

    First sermon in a series looking at the "Fruit of the Spirit" from Galatians 5:22-23.

    “The Fruit of the Spirit” LOVE June 1, 2002 Introduction Show video clip of “Mr. Holland’s Opus”. The video clip we just showed was from the movie, “Mr. Holland’s Opus”. The plot of the movie is essentially about “bearing fruit”. Mr. Holland has been teaching music for years feeling as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God's First Name

    Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Apr 4, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 3,896 views

    God favored His people by revealing Himself by several names which offered special insight into His love and righteousness.

    God’s First Name Exodus 3:7-15 Names are often meant to be descriptive or hopeful. Stanley Yelnats was sentenced to 18 months at a camp for a crime he did nto commit. He and all the other boys are forced to dig 5 foot wide by 4 foot deep holes in the desert every day. They are told this builds ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    So How's Your Love Life?

    Contributed by Randy Trotter on Sep 26, 2009
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    So “HOW’S YOUR LOVE LIFE, YOUR INTIMACY WITH JESUS?” If you’re not "Close & Intimate" with Jesus, you’ll not be "Close & Intimate" with God!

    “HOW’S YOUR LOVE LIFE?” 9/27/09 am Service LWC INTRODUCTION: If I were to ask you this morning if you love your Husband, you would say yes! If I were to ask you if you love your wife, you would say yes! At the very least I hope you would! “HOW’S YOUR LOVE LIFE?” You’ve most likely heard the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Will You Deny Him? Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 17, 2022
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    We have traveled through John’s Gospel now … starting with the encouragement to ‘come and see’ Jesus … then noticing so many reasons we love Him … and now what will we do with Him?

    What Will You Do With Jesus? Deny Him? John 18:12-27 Introduction We have traveled through John’s Gospel now … starting with the encouragement to ‘come and see’ Jesus … then noticing so many reasons we love Him … and now what will we do with Him? Albert Benjamin Simpson was a Presbyterian ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    #1 - Letter To The Church At Ephesus Series

    Contributed by Michael Collins on Apr 11, 2025
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    This is a message on the letter to the Church at Ephesus. In this letter, Jesus commends this church for a lot of things, but also reprimands them for their focus on service to Him over a love for Him.

    Letter # 1 – To the church at Ephesus Revelation 2:1-3 “To the angel of the church of Ephesus write, ‘These things says He who holds the seven stars in His right hand, who walks in the midst of the seven golden lampstands: 2 “I know your works, your labor, your patience, and that you cannot bear ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Sermon: Kingdom Seekers Keep First Thing First

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 11, 2025
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    Seeking first the kingdom of God means making Him the focal point of our lives. It involves aligning our desires, decisions, and actions with His will and His purpose.

    Sermon: Kingdom Seekers Keep First Thing First Scripture - Matthew 6:33 "But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you." Introduction - What does it mean to "seek first the kingdom of God"? It's a phrase we often hear, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Restoring Our First Passion

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 11, 2012
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    Is "church" just a club? Do we attend a congregation just to be entertained or is there a deeper reason? Learning to OBEY God is essential to our lives. It is part of our passion for the One who is passionate about us!

    1. Bad News The doctor shook his head. "John, you’re in terrible shape. You’ve got to do something, and I mean starting today. First, I want you to tell your wife to cook more nutritious meals. I want you to stop working like a dog. And tell your wife you’re going to make a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Whole Reason Wholly - We Love Him Because He First Loved Us – 1john 4:16 Part 1 Of 2 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 7, 2022
     | 1,446 views

    There is the absolute necessity that the life must be free from known sin, that cankerous disease that creeps in and makes God’s love “less abiding” because our knowledge and spirits are clouded, and we are not abiding in His love.

    THE WHOLE REASON WHOLLY - WE LOVE HIM BECAUSE HE FIRST LOVED US – 1John 4:16 PART 1 OF 2 INTRODUCTION – A DIFFICULTY May I say that I have a difficulty with a bible verse, understanding exactly what its application is. This is the passage – {{Luke 23 v 33 “and when they came to the place called ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Appeal For Loyalty To Paul And The Gospel PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023
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     | 557 views

    This sermon encourages believers to remain steadfast in service, grow through the Gospel, and persevere like Apostle Paul, thereby becoming a beacon of God's love.

    Beloved friends, as we gather together in this sacred space, we find ourselves drawn towards a profound understanding of our faith, a faith that calls us to be steadfast in service, to grow through the grounding of the Gospel, and to follow the path of perseverance as exemplified by the Apostle ...read more

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    It's Not What You Know...it's Who You Know PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 684 views

    This sermon explores truly knowing Jesus as our King, understanding our kinship with Him, and embracing the keys to His kingdom through faith and understanding.

    Good morning, cherished brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to gather with you today as we open God's Word together. The very book that serves as our compass, our comfort, and our constant reminder of God's unwavering love for us. Today, we find ourselves in the Gospel of Matthew, ...read more

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    Women Went First PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 26, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,111 views

    This sermon explores the courage, faith, and witness of the women at Jesus' tomb, encouraging us to emulate their unwavering belief in God's power and love.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. I hope this day finds you in good health and high spirits, for we are gathered here in the house of the Lord, not just as a congregation, but as a family. We are here to share in the joy of His word, to find solace in His promises, and to find strength in His ...read more

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    Trust God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 30, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,001 views

    The sermon encourages trusting God wholeheartedly, heeding His Word, and holding onto His promises amidst life's uncertainties and challenges.

    Good morning, beloved family of God! How blessed we are to gather again under this roof, bound by the unshakeable and unfathomable love of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Today, we stand on the precipice of a profound truth, an opportunity to deepen our understanding of the God we serve, and the ...read more

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    Putting God First

    Contributed by Victoria Oladipupo on Oct 12, 2004
    based on 39 ratings
     | 27,793 views

    The secret of successful life is to cast all our burden unto the Lord and make Him first in every area of our life.

    Topic: Putting God first Scripture Reading: Mt. 6: 31 – 34 “Therefore do not worry, saying, what shall we eat? Or what shall we drink? Or what shall we wear? For after all these things the gentiles seek. For your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Whole World PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 2, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 494 views

    This sermon explores human nature, divine providence, and the tension between them in the context of Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem.

    Good morning, dear family in Christ. It is a blessing to be gathered here once more in the house of the Lord, united by our shared love for Christ and our desire to draw nearer to Him. Today, we find ourselves standing at the threshold of a remarkable passage of scripture. We turn our hearts and ...read more

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    Do You Know Him? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 30, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,382 views

    Explores the importance of knowing Christ deeply, remaining devoted in our faith, and persevering in our spiritual journey towards God's promised prize.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a beautiful day to gather together in the presence of the Lord, to worship, to pray, and to open our hearts to the transformative power of His Word. Today, we're going to open our Bibles to the book of Philippians, chapter three, verses ten through ...read more

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